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Trip from Stillman Valley, IL to Champaign, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 14m

Distance

175.8 mi

283 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 3m ★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Stillman Valley, IL

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Trip Overview

This 175.8-mile drive from Stillman Valley, IL, to Champaign, IL, will take you about 3 hours and 14 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip primarily using I-39 and I-74, making it an excellent candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, this route is budget-friendly for a quick getaway within the Midwest. You'll spend about 94% of your time on major highways, so expect a consistent pace. This trip is designed for efficiency, getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

87.9 miles from Stillman Valley, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 39 110.3 mi 1h 58m
I 74 48 mi 51m
West Roosevelt Street 8 mi 12m
US 51 7.6 mi 8m
North Neil Street 1.2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 39 — 110.3 mi, about 1h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Stillman Valley, IL and Champaign, IL.

1

Start on IL 72

8.0 mi · 12 min · West Roosevelt Street
2

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec
3

Merge onto I 39; US 51

110 mi · 1 hr 58 min · I 39; US 51
4

Keep slight right at fork onto US 51

7.6 mi · 8 min · US 51
Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51

48 mi · 51 min · I 74; US 51
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur Use the slight right lane.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 182 Toward Neil Street
7

Keep slight right at fork

140 ft · 5 sec
Exit 182 Toward Neil Street
8

Turn right onto North Neil Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Neil Street
9

Arrive at destination

North Neil Street

Trip Plan

Given its 3-hour duration and highway focus, this trip is easily manageable in one day. You'll want to aim for an early departure to maximize your time at your destination, especially since there's only one recommended stop. Plan for your fuel needs before you leave Stillman Valley, as the longest stretch without a major exit is over 110 miles on I-39. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the halfway point to ensure a smooth journey to Champaign, with the total fuel cost estimated at $27.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.9 miles from Stillman Valley, IL, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 39 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 87.9 miles or 1h 38m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Champaign, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Stillman Valley, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Stillman Valley, IL

This is one driving day of about 175.8 miles and 3h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Stillman Valley, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 39 for about 110.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Woodford County, Illinois

Mid-route town

Meal stop

El Paso, IL

88 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Peru, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

El Paso, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.9 miles from Stillman Valley, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 39 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Urbana, Illinois

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

+12173672340

Visit website

Basil Thai At Urbana

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Urbana, Illinois

1.3 mi

Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Urbana, Illinois

+12173672340

Visit website

Basil Thai At Urbana

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Urbana, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+12173448662

Visit website

Grubsteakers Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Rochelle, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18155623430

El Rey Del Taco Mendota

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Mendota, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18155397100

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route

Champaign, Illinois

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12175312800

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Champaign, Illinois

+18668167584

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12173528910

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 8 and 174.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

6
118.7 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | US 51

Keep slight right at fork onto US 51 toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champai...
8
126.3 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in | I 74; US 51

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51 toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business N...
5
174.3 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in

Take the exit toward Neil Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 182 Toward Neil Street
7
174.6 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Neil Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 182 Toward Neil Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.48 one way

$54.97 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $30.18 $60.35
premium $4.89 $33.83 $67.66
diesel $5.61 $38.81 $77.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.7 0 $18.46 $8.44
Efficient EV 44 0 $15.38 $7.03
EV Truck/SUV 70.3 0 $24.61 $11.25

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Stillman Valley, IL

Late night in Stillman Valley on Tuesday

Local time

4:34 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Champaign, IL

Late night in Champaign on Tuesday

Local time

4:34 AM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

El Paso, IL

88 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

5 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 14m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this journey, with 94% of the drive taking place on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans an impressive 110.3 miles on I-39, allowing for a steady rhythm. You'll transition from I-39 to I-74, maintaining a high-speed profile for most of the trip. This route prioritizes direct travel over scenic detours, so prepare for a consistent, fast-paced drive on well-maintained highways.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.3 mi on I 39.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 39 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 118.7 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.3 miles (I 74; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Stillman Valley, IL and Champaign, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis and Decatur.

Saint Louis

118.7 mi in | ~2h 11m | via US 51

Decatur

118.7 mi in | ~2h 11m | via US 51

About the Cities

Arriving in Champaign, IL

Full guide →

Founded 1855

Champaign-Urbana is a metropolitan area in central Illinois, composed of the towns of Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy. The community is the site of the main campus of the University of Illinois, one of the great public universities of the United States.

Top landmarks

  • • Orpheum Theatre — theater and movie theater in Champaign, Illinois, United States
  • • Virginia Theatre — movie theater in Champaign, Illinois, United States
  • • Cattle Bank — bank building in Champaign, United States of America

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 175.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.3 miles on I 39. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 118.7 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.3 miles (I 74; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Champaign, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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